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Rules & Regulations

 

1. Behavior and Discipline

1.1

Residents are expected to display acceptable forms of behavior within the University Campus and Accommodation Complex at all times.

1.2

Smoking is strictly prohibited in the Accommodation Complex, including the staircase and all other non-smoking areas at any time.

1.3

Consumption of alcoholic drinks or any form of illegal drugs is strictly not allowed in the Accommodations or anywhere within the Accommodation Complex/Compound and University Campus.

1.4

Parties and other social gatherings in or around the Accommodations are not permitted but written request for permission can be obtained from the Accommodation Management Office.

1.5

It is the responsibility of the Residents to keep the Student Housing Officer informed in writing, if they intend to stay away from the Accommodation over a period of 3 days during a teaching week. Their Parents / Guardians must be informed of leave of absence.

1.6

Noise level must be kept down to allow others the opportunity to study or sleep in comfort. Television, radios and hi-fi sets volume must be tuned down during times of study and after 10.00 p.m.

1.7

Residents found breaking Rules 1.2 & 1.3 will be issued warning letters and if the second warning is ignored, Curtin University Non-Academic Disciplinary Committee will enforce the appropriate action.

 

2. Maintenance of Accommodation

2.1

Residents are responsible for keeping their rooms and the common areas of the Accommodations such as the living lounge, kitchen and bathrooms/toilets clean and tidy at all times. Residents on roster duty are expected to carry out the duties as specified.

2.2

All air-conditions, ceiling fans, lightings, cooker stoves, water heaters and all other electrical appliances must be switched off when not in use. Proper and safe usage of these appliances is the responsibility of each Resident.

2.3

Clothes and Laundry should be discreetly managed at the specified areas allocated for the Accommodation.

2.4

Residents are not allowed to transfer any furniture from one room to another or from one flat/house to another.

2.5

Residents must cover the mattress with their own single fitted bed-sheets at all times before use (Mattress covers are encouraged).

2.6

Any damage to property must be reported immediately to the Student Housing Officer. Residents will be charged for negligent damages. Normal wear and tear will be repaired / replaced by the Management. Residents are required to fill a Defects List Form and submit to the Student Housing Officer for necessary action to be taken.

2.7

The Management and its Representative reserve the right to make spot checks on the Accommodations and the bedrooms without prior notice to the Residents. Handyman, contractors and cleaners may enter rooms as and when necessary in the course of their duty at the discretion of the Student Housing Officer. However, every effort will be made to respect the privacy and dignity of the Residents.

2.8

The Management and its Representative reserve the right to move any Resident to other units of the accommodation if there is a necessity.

2.9

The allotment of rooms to the Residents will be at the discretion of the Management and its Representative and students are not permitted to change rooms.

2.10

Residents should refrain from personalizing their rooms by placing markings / stickers of any kind or with their name.

2.11

Surcharge will be imposed if the Resident does not leave the Accommodation on a specific date stated in the letter given prior to the Semester break and the Key and Resident Card duly handed back. The Management encourages all Residents to remove their personal belongings and valuables during the Semester breaks. Residents who decide to leave their personal belongings and valuables behind will do so at their own risk. Curtin (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. will not be liable for any lost items or damage to their belongings.

2.12

Knocking on walls with nails and using double sided tapes for posters are prohibited. Any action applied which may in one way or another cause damage to the features or appearance of the rooms / Accommodations is forbidden.

2.13

The operation of the Campus Accommodation is based strictly on a Halal environment. Students who wish to bring/eat non-halal food are advised not to do it in the common area.

 

3. Visitors

3.1

Residents must ensure all visitors, residents or/and staff of the opposite sex are only allowed into the Accommodations Living Lounge area or the Common Hall.

3.2

Residents must make sure that all visitors, residents or/and staff of the opposite sex are expected to leave their Accommodations and Complex before 10 p.m.

3.3

Residents must not allow visitors, residents or/ and staff to stay overnight in the Accommodations.

3.4

Residents are not permitted to allow visitors, residents or/and staff of the opposite sex into their bedrooms at any time for any reason.

3.5

Residents found breaking Rules 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 & 3.4 will be issued warning letters and if the second warning is ignored, Curtin University Non-Academic Disciplinary Committee will enforce the appropriate action.

 

4. Rental

4.1

Residents are required to pay their rental in advance for the whole Semester i.e.:

4.1.1 Foundation : 5 months rental
4.1.2 Degree & Post-graduate : 5 months rental
4.1.3 Intensive English Program : 3 months rental
4.1.4 Diploma Program : 4 months rental

Rental arrangements are subject to annual review. Those who fail to pay advance rental within the deadline set by the Accommodation Officer will be considered off-campus and if they still insist on staying; a reprocessing fee of RM50.00 will be charged for late payment.

Rental will be refunded on pro-rata basis if:

4.1.5 Status is terminated by Curtin
4.1.6 Withdrawal with medical or compassionate reasons
4.1.7 Resident is evicted due to non-academic disciplinary action

Rental will be forfeited if:

4.1.8

Resident fails to stay for ONE Semester/Term

4.1.9

Withdrawal

4.2

China students, MUST stay a minimum of one year.

4.3 A sum of RM 200.00 will be deducted from the student's rental payment for cancellation of accommodation for the following semester.
4.4

A 2(two) months rental deposit will be collected and will only be refunded at the end of Tenancy Agreement, after deducting the cost of any lost & negligent damage.

4.5

The deposit will only be refunded after the Accommodation has been vacated, the Keys and Resident Card returned, and all other outstanding fees due to the University have been cleared. Residents are reminded that if any fixtures or assets are found missing or damaged due to negligence, then the charges for replacement or repair will be deducted from the deposit.

4.6

The keys & Resident card are the property of Curtin (M) Sdn. Bhd. They are non-transferable & no unauthorized duplication is allowed. Any student found to have violated the above will subject to disciplinary action.

 

5. Changing Rooms

5.1

Changing of rooms is not permitted without prior approval.

5.2

Changing rooms are only allowed when semester ends, within the deadline set by Accommodation Officer.

5.3

Any changing rooms after the deadline will be charged RM 50.00.

 

6. Ending of Tenancy

6.1

The Management reserves the right to end this Tenancy at any time if residents fail to comply with the rules and regulations as stipulated earlier.

 

7. Security

7.1

Residents are required to carry their Resident Cards at all times in the Accommodation Complex/ Compound and when visiting other Residents in their Accommodations.

7.2

Residents are advised to lock all external doors at all times for security reasons.

7.3

Curtin (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. is NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE OF PRIVATE PROPERTY. You are strongly advised to LOCK all your valuables e.g. hand-phones, computers, watches, jewelry and money at all times.

7.4

Any Resident who finds his / her roommate or housemate missing for more than 24 hours, must report to the Student Accommodation Officer unless the Resident concerned has made verbal indication of his / her intended absence. This is to enable the Accommodation Management Office to take immediate action should any unforeseen incident occurs.

7.5

The Security Guards have the right to do inspection at any time following the instruction from the Accommodation Management office.

7.6

Residents are required to produce/show Resident Card to the security during entering and leaving the University Accommodations.

 

8. Pets

8.1

Pets are not allowed in the Accommodation.

 

9. Emergency

9.1

In case of emergency outside office hours, please contact
(i) Floor Representatives or Wardens
(ii) Security Guards (Tel: 085-443930)

 

10. Astro Installation

10.1

Residents are not allowed to install Astro without prior approved in writing by the Housing Services.

10.2

The permission must be applied by filing the Astro Installation Form.

10.3

Extra Charges

10.3.1 Non-refundable Building Structure Damages Charges RM 200, upon installation of unit.
10.3.2 Extra Electricity Bill of RM 100 per Semester (applicable to Lakeside Apartment only).
10.4

Rule 1.6 of noise level must be adhered to at all time.

10.5

Rules 3.1 to 3.5 regarding visitors must adhered to at all time.

10.6

Extra facilities subject to approval by Housing Services Officer.

All non-approved facilities subject to removal/confiscation.

 

11. Revision of Rules and Regulations

11.1

The Accommodation Management reserves the right to revise the Rules and Regulations from time to time and will keep the residents informed of any changes in the form of memo and notices on the Notice Boards.

11.2

Residents found breaking any rules are liable to be evicted from the Accommodations within 24 hours and/or face disciplinary action. Remaining rental (if any) will be refunded and deposit will be refunded less any lost & negligent damage to the premises.